The World Bank is committing $30 billion to mitigate a global crisis caused by the halting of grain supplies from Russia and Ukraine, which threatens to lead to mass starvation in poorer countries. The bank will support projects in Africa, the Middle East, Eastern Europe, and Central and South Asia, focusing on whole economy and social protection to lessen the impact of rising prices. The funding will also include water and irrigation projects. The war in Ukraine is exacerbating an already challenging food supply situation, with at least ten million people in Europe, Asia, and Africa facing famine due to a 20% increase in global grain prices and other factors such as fuel and fertilizer costs.